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Thursday, January 19, 2012

we had a baby fern!

I hope you'll understand, but Fill in the Blank Friday is being postponed this week, because....I wanted to introduce you to the newest member of our family! 

Fern Winter Hartmann
Born Sunday, January 15th, 2012, at 3:32 pm
8 lbs. 7 oz. and 21.25" long





I apologize for the lack of blog posts this week, but we've been busy getting to know our little lady.  Regular posting should resume next week, along with Fern's birth story for those of you who are interested.  The short story is that I had a wonderful experience - 12 all-natural hours of laboring at a birthing center brought this cuteness into the world.  It was amazing and by far my proudest accomplishment to date.  I can't wait to tell you guys about it and to encourage any of you considering a natural delivery - if I can do it, I'm pretty sure that anyone can :).  I also can't wait to tell you about how amazing my husband was - seriously...I love that man on another level that I never even knew was possible.  He's been taking such good care of Fern and I - such a good daddy and husband that man is!

Hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

xo
Lauren
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103 comments:

  1. BrookeJanuary 19, 2012 at 9:12 PM

    Aw!!! She us absolutely beautiful! Mazel tov to both of you! I am one if those who is terrified of natural delivery so I will welcome the encouragement :)

    Have fun getting to know your sweet little one!

    Brooke

    thebebebirds.blogspot.com

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  2. CourtneyJanuary 19, 2012 at 9:14 PM

    SOOO exciting. She is beautiful. I am very happy for you both.

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  3. KortneyJanuary 19, 2012 at 9:15 PM

    Congrats on your beautiful baby girl! She is exactly one year younger then my twins. January 15th is a great day to have a baby. :-)

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  4. KortneyJanuary 19, 2012 at 9:16 PM

    Congrats on your beautiful baby girl! She is exactly one year younger than my twins. January 15th is a great day to have a baby. Enjoy it, as the all say, time goes by too fast.

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  5. UnknownJanuary 19, 2012 at 9:18 PM

    Congratulations to you and your family, and bravo for being such a brave and strong mama! Welcome to the world little Fern! :)

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  6. Kelly January 19, 2012 at 9:20 PM

    Congrats on your new little one..........

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  7. sarah {on the brightside...}January 19, 2012 at 9:24 PM

    Oh, she is so sweet! Congratulations! :)

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  8. MirandaJanuary 19, 2012 at 9:42 PM

    congratulations! she is adorable!

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  9. JuliaJanuary 19, 2012 at 9:52 PM

    She's so wee and squee! She's perfect--not at all like those weird looking alien newborns. Congratulations! And welcome to the world, Fern!

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  10. JackieJanuary 19, 2012 at 9:55 PM

    I've always been a HUGE fan of the name Fern. You're beautiful. She's beautiful. Life is beautiful! Congratulations!

    xoxo
    Jackie @
    www.madjackie.blogspot.com

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  11. LolaJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:00 PM

    What a beautiful family! Congratulations and best wishes to all!

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  12. LaurenJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:08 PM

    She's beautiful! x

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  13. Meg @ Mr.C and MeJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:17 PM

    Ohh, she's absolutely the sweetest! Congratulations on your new little one. Hello and welcome baby Fern! :)

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  14. Ashley @ Ashley Loves BooksJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:36 PM

    Congratulations! She is the sweetest and you are such a beautiful family.

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  15. Melanie MuellerJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:41 PM

    Congratulations!! She is beautiful!!! The 15th is also my oldest son's birthday. He turned 9 the day your adorable baby girl was born. A great day!!!!! Enjoy snuggling your precious gift!!

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  16. Mrs. BiscuitJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    I've loved the pictures you've posted on twitter but it's especially nice to see them all in one place! Congrats again on your sweet little bundle of joy!

    Oh, and I LOVE her name, it's absolutely perfect!


    <3 <3 <3

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  17. Whim Wham LifeJanuary 19, 2012 at 11:03 PM

    baby baby baby! hooray! YOU did it! Sooooo stinkin' proud of you mama Lauren! Can't wait to read all about how Fern made her grand entrance:-) xoxo

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  18. Ashley ElizaJanuary 19, 2012 at 11:13 PM

    she is perfect!!! congrats :)

    xoxo

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  19. BeccaJanuary 19, 2012 at 11:25 PM

    wow, she is a GEM! congratulations

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  20. OliviaJanuary 19, 2012 at 11:28 PM

    yay! so excited for you guys :) cant wait to hear all about it!!

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  21. UnknownJanuary 19, 2012 at 11:31 PM

    AHHH! That's so exciting. Congratulations to you two!

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  22. Mami en construcciónJanuary 19, 2012 at 11:44 PM

    Awwww... Congratulations!!
    You're such a cute little family!

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  23. LizJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:25 AM

    aw Lauren! I can't wait to hear the birth story! and hearing how helpful your husband has been is so heartwarming. I am so happy for you guys! CONGRATS!!!

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  24. CzjaiJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:28 AM

    Congratulations! :)

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  25. thegirlhassparkeJanuary 20, 2012 at 1:44 AM

    Congrats, she is so beautiful!

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  26. JoslinJanuary 20, 2012 at 2:05 AM

    Congrats! You have a beautiful baby!

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  27. It's just a MondayJanuary 20, 2012 at 2:26 AM

    Oh my, what a beautiful little family :)

    It is my first time to your blog so congratulations!!

    Lisa
    xx

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  28. twinkietotmomJanuary 20, 2012 at 3:02 AM

    Congratulations! I think we can let Fill in the Blank Friday slide this time ;) Enjoy that sweet girl, these first days are something you can never get back so enjoy it while you can, lack of sleep & all! Can't wait to read all about her big debut into this world & your lives!

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  29. Sailor JulyJanuary 20, 2012 at 3:30 AM

    AWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW!!! WELCOME TO THE WORLD, FERN!!! So happy for y'all - all three of you! Can't wait for the birth story! :D

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  30. SamanthaJanuary 20, 2012 at 3:40 AM

    Aw, congratulations & welcome to motherhood! Your baby girl is adorable!

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  31. Kaity B.January 20, 2012 at 4:04 AM

    Congratulations to what appears to be a euphorically happy family! :)

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  32. Marie HolmJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:05 AM

    Congratulations so beautiful!

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  33. SarahJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:19 AM

    Yay!! Congrats!! I am so excited for ya'll...she is so beautiful. I cannot wait to read the birth story.

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  34. UnknownJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:35 AM

    Congratulations to you both! 12 hours all - natural birth, you are one strong woman! Welcome to the world baby Fern! xo

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  35. Nicolasa @ {My}PerspectiveJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:51 AM

    Congratulations!!!

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  36. AshleyJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:54 AM

    She is gorgeous. Congratulations! I can't wait to read all about her :)

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  37. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2012 at 5:14 AM

    Congratulations! Fern is such a lovely name. Cant wait to hear more about her :)

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  38. Sarah - dodeline designJanuary 20, 2012 at 5:15 AM

    Congratulations, she is beautiful!

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  39. Lea @ CiCis CornerJanuary 20, 2012 at 5:23 AM

    Oh, don't you dare apologize for your lack of blogging. You will never pass this way again and you are doing exactly what you should be doing, enjoying this new life.

    And, what a good looking new Mom you are, I mean, you certainly do not look like you just gave birth.

    Looking forward to hearing the birth story and Fern is absolutely precious!

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  40. AshleyJanuary 20, 2012 at 5:41 AM

    Congratulations! Can't wait to read the birth story. I'm due in a few months and figure I'll need the epidural because my pain tolerance is that of a 5 year old. Ok.. maybe 10. But either way I can't wait to read!

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  41. AshaJanuary 20, 2012 at 5:47 AM

    What a gorgeous little bundle of joy! Congrats to you both :)

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  42. UnknownJanuary 20, 2012 at 5:50 AM

    Congratulations! Fern is beautiful!

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  43. CarlieJanuary 20, 2012 at 6:11 AM

    Congrats! You are a beautiful family!

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  44. Lauren DruganJanuary 20, 2012 at 6:15 AM

    Congratulations, lady!! That is soooooo awesome!!

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  45. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2012 at 6:32 AM

    So sweet! You're baby & I have the same birthday! 1.15! I'm just 25 years older than her! haha Congrats!

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  46. ConnieJanuary 20, 2012 at 6:49 AM

    I knew it!!! Oh hooray. What a gorgeous name. And what happy pictures. Fern Winter, born on a Sunday. That's so romantic.

    Get off this computer and go and nuzzle that babygirl right away! We all can wait. :)

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  47. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2012 at 7:08 AM

    Congrats! Welcome to the world, little Fern :]

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  48. SarahJanuary 20, 2012 at 7:22 AM

    Congratulations, she is absolutely precious!!! :)

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  49. Jen FeenyJanuary 20, 2012 at 7:24 AM

    She's beautiful! Congrats!

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  50. Why Girls Are WeirdJanuary 20, 2012 at 7:26 AM

    I already said this on FB but congratulations! She looks absolutely perfect!

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  51. UnknownJanuary 20, 2012 at 7:34 AM

    awww!! it's amazing how good you look for just having had a baby! precious! so glad to hear you had a wonderful birthing experience.. I'm definitely interested in hearing about it. I haven't decided if I would like to have a natural birth once we have kiddos.. hoping your story will make me more open to it! congrats girl!

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  52. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2012 at 7:35 AM

    She is beautiful! Congratulations!! :)

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  53. KeriJanuary 20, 2012 at 7:40 AM

    Oh My Gosh Congratulations! What an adorable family!!

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  54. JaclynJanuary 20, 2012 at 7:48 AM

    What _beautiful_ photos!!! A million congrats, new momma!!

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  55. UnknownJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:02 AM

    so cool! congratulations!! hope you really enjoy this first week :)

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  56. MeganJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:06 AM

    awwww!! She is a little doll!!! Congrats to the both of you!! xoxo

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  57. AtsukoJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:17 AM

    Congratulations! What a beautiful baby! When I read this post, joy of tears started coming from my eyes. It made my day already. I cannot wait to see your labor story. Again, congratulations.

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  58. SheriJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:20 AM

    Congratulations!!! What a sweet baby girl! You look gorgeous in these pics too. : )
    xo

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  59. KrystleJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    Congratulations, she's adorable!

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  60. Courtney BJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    She is SO incredibly perfect! Congratulations :) I'm happy to hear that you and baby Fern are doing well!

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  61. sea to shining portJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:53 AM

    Congratulations!!! She's beautiful :)

    Caitlin

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  62. Lauren Peters BlogJanuary 20, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    She is BEAUTIFUL!! Congratulations!!!!

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  63. Mrs. KeeJanuary 20, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    Oh my goodness! Congratulations!! She is so precious. What a blessing! Take your time coming back to blogging, enjoy your sweet baby girl

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  64. Katie LewisJanuary 20, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    Congratulations! She is such a little sweetie! And you guys are, as always, such an adorable family. Love to you! Give that sweet girl kisses for me! :)

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  65. jesmascaroJanuary 20, 2012 at 10:05 AM

    Congrats! She's absolutely adorable :)

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  66. michael. mindy. dane.January 20, 2012 at 10:54 AM

    yay!!! she is adorable. so excited for you! congrats!

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  67. SamianthaJanuary 20, 2012 at 10:59 AM

    how beautiful is she? and you look amazing as well! you and her father look like youre just glowing from happiness. congratulations! and best wishes on your new adventures.

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  68. Selma @ Crazy Little World Of MineJanuary 20, 2012 at 11:00 AM

    I think I said it before, but CONGRATULATIONS!!! So happy for you!

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  69. ShEiLaJanuary 20, 2012 at 11:17 AM

    Congratulations Miss Fern is adorable!!!!

    ToOdLeS.

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  70. Discount ChicaJanuary 20, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    Congrats!!!!! She is adorable

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  71. Simply ValorieJanuary 20, 2012 at 11:42 AM

    Oh my, congratulations! She is absolutely precious! The photo of her and her daddy is just the cutest photo. So happy for your both!

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  72. ChanelJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:11 PM

    Congrats!! Such a beautiful baby

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  73. ConnieJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:36 PM

    Congratulations, what a beauty:)

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  74. AmandaJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:40 PM

    That is one proud daddy! Adorable :)

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  75. KiraJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:41 PM

    Such great first family photos! I love her little outfit too :)

    Did you get a meal baby calendar set up? I would love to bring you food one night and meet that little girl!

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  76. cait - pretty and funJanuary 20, 2012 at 1:32 PM

    Congrats, momma! What a beautiful little one.

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  77. UnknownJanuary 20, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    Aww she is SO adorable!! Congrats!!! :)

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  78. jessicaJanuary 20, 2012 at 2:18 PM

    She is absolutely precious! Congratulations!

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  79. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:09 PM

    Oh yay congrats! :)

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  80. AnnJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:37 PM

    Congratulations. You all look great, and she is adorable.

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  81. MegJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:38 PM

    Wow! What a beautiful family!

    I'm looking forward to reading your birthing experience. I'm not expecting or expecting to be anytime soon, but I'm very interested in natural birth options especially at a birthing center.

    But in the meantime, rest up! Congrats!

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  82. Amanda C.January 20, 2012 at 5:30 PM

    She is beautiful! Congrats.

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  83. MelissaJanuary 20, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    She's so beautiful!! And you look beautiful, too, mama! Never seen someone look that gorgeous after so many hours of laboring! ;) CONGRATS! And thanks for the encouragement, b/c i really want to go natural but not sure if i can do it!

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  84. NicoleJanuary 20, 2012 at 6:47 PM

    So glad everything went well and can't wait to hear your story!!

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  85. LisaJanuary 20, 2012 at 7:36 PM

    Congratulations! She's beautiful.

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  86. CarolineJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:10 PM

    No apologies necessary ... loving the photos of sweet little Fern. Hugs and Love to you, Craig, and Fern. BISOUS!

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  87. Crystal @ 29 Rue HouseJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    Congratulations! She's adorable!!!

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  88. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2012 at 9:03 PM

    She is precious! You guys make the most beautiful family. Congratulations and don't EVEN worry about anything else right now other than your new little family. We can wait :O)

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  89. Cori H.January 20, 2012 at 9:08 PM

    Congrats on sweet baby Fern! She's adorable!

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  90. Kate at Green FashionistaJanuary 21, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS! She's beautiful! Enjoy every second!

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  91. Erin and Andrew DodsonJanuary 21, 2012 at 10:41 AM

    Congratulations! Fern is beautiful! Love the name!

    Erin
    www.erinandreweverafter.com

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  92. JenJanuary 21, 2012 at 10:59 AM

    AWWE! Congrats! She is beautiful!

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  93. MorganJanuary 21, 2012 at 6:20 PM

    Awww! Congratulations! She is beautiful!

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  94. LynnJanuary 21, 2012 at 7:27 PM

    congrats!

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  95. hayley January 21, 2012 at 8:41 PM

    she is so sweet! can't wait to read the birth story. congrats to your beautiful little family :) xo

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  96. KateJanuary 22, 2012 at 8:19 AM

    I was hoping that's why you hadn't updated in a while! She's beautiful. I can't wait to hear the birth story! Congrats! Bringing a baby into the world is the most amazing and exhilarating accomplishment.

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  97. ivonneJanuary 22, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    congratulations! love the name and you guys make a great family!

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  98. kpJanuary 22, 2012 at 9:44 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! She. Is. Beautiful. ♥

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  99. loriJanuary 22, 2012 at 1:59 PM

    congrats!!! what a gorgeous little lady!!

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  100. FranJanuary 22, 2012 at 3:37 PM

    Congratulations! What a beauty!!

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  101. JenJanuary 22, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    Congratulations Lauren and Craig! Fern is absolutely adorable!

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  102. AmandaJanuary 22, 2012 at 5:59 PM

    Oh my goodness! Fern's here! Hope you, hus, and the baby are loving all the firsts together!

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  103. AMYMarch 16, 2012 at 6:50 PM

    Awwwwww she is so PRECIOUS!!! Beautiful baby girl....Congrats!
    Love the daddy-daughter pic!

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